Dean of Academic Affairs

Dean of Academic Affairs Job ID: 322413 Location: Phoenix College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $110,561.00 - $143,729.00/annually, DOE Grade 125 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Campus Statement Situated in central Phoenix, Arizona, Phoenix College (PC) welcomed its inaugural class of students on September 13, 1920. A comprehensive community college with over 17,000 students and more than 150 degree and certificate programs, including two bachelor's degrees, Phoenix College embraces a student-centered approach to ensure quality teaching and learning. PC is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is nationally recognized with the Seal of Excelencia. In 2025, PC was named as one of the top 16 community colleges in the nation as a Most Promising Place to Work by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD). Join our top-tier faculty and staff as we innovate and lead in higher education. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension , including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings Pre-Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary The Dean of Academic Affairs position assists the Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA), the Faculty Chairs, and others in supporting college business and student success. Additionally, this role serves as an advocate and facilitator for retention and success initiatives in identified instructional areas. This may include grant supervision, Achieving the Dream (ATD) responsibilities aligned with the Fields of Interest (FOI) and Guided Pathways, program reviews, instructor evaluations, and data-informed decision-making within a framework of collaboration and shared governance. This Dean of Academic Affairs will be expected to support and coordinate events that promote or celebrate student achievement and engagement by serving on various committees and actively participating in leadership meetings and through shared governance. Finally, the Dean of Academic Affairs will assist with hearing student code of conduct violations and supporting other matters that may arise in Academic Affairs. Essential Functions 35% - Provides leadership for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of academic, occupational, and allied health programs and services to meet the needs of students, faculty, local businesses, and industry 25% - Assists and advises the VPAA in matters pertaining to academic, occupational, and allied health education and student success; utilizes data for budget development, curriculum planning, and staffing decisions 15% - Actively engages with the community and employer partners in person with the purpose of creating new partnerships, responsive programs, and new revenue opportunities 15% - Provides leadership for academic innovation and improved student success outcomes by working in person with faculty and staff; responds to student issues in accordance with the college's Student Code of Conduct 10% - As a member of the college leadership team, participates in person on executive councils, academic advisory committees, and performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in a teaching field related to the area(s) of assignment and four (4) years of experience in an academic leadership and/or supervisory role in higher education, and three years of teaching that includes curriculum/coursework development. Examples of academic leadership/supervisory experience include: academic department chair, project management, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance, committee leadership, program director, and shared governance. No degree equivalency . Desired Qualifications Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution Experience leading multiple professional programs and support programs in full-service, multi-campus, or multi-college systems Experience with the implementation of Guided Pathways for student success Three or more years of full-time higher education teaching experience Experience with the management of operational budgets across multiple programs Experience with program review and assessment of student learning Experience leading college-level faculty/instructor evaluation One year of full-time, relevant MCCCD experience within the previous two years Special Working Conditions MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visa. ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Positions in this class typically require: typing, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an indoor office environment. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Posting Close Date Apply on or before March 22, 2026, to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit ?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=322413&PostingSeq=1 jeid-15a612d62a8bff41997b5f013f503136